The round pocket watch with a white enamel dial applied with Roman numeral hour indicators and Arabic minute indicators, the reverse inset with a miniature portrait of a lady on ivory within a cushion-shaped diamond border and red guilloché enamel surround, approximately 36mm diameter, British hallmarks, maker's marks, numbered; together with a pocket watch case, the front with a border of rose diamonds, the reverse with commemorative lock of hair and a bow motif within a border of rose diamonds and a surround of purple guilloché, blue and white enamel, approximately 46mm diameter.

This lot contains ivory. Due to recent changes in the laws of many countries (e.g. US, France) Sotheby's recommends that buyers check with their own government regarding any importation requirements prior to placing a bid. For example, US regulations restrict the import of elephant ivory and prohibit the import of African elephant ivory. Please note that Sotheby's will not assist buyers with CITES licence applications where a buyer elects to either collect or arrange their own shipping, nor will Sotheby's assist with the international movement of ivory by air, either as freight or through hand carry. Sotheby's shipping will only assist in shipping the lot to either domestic UK or EU destinations, where delivery is made by road transport. A buyer's inability to export or import these lots cannot justify a delay in payment or sale cancellation. Please note that this watch was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement. Pocket watch - case with British hallmarks for London, 18 carat gold, date letter e for either 1780 or 1820. Movement not running at the time of cataloguing. Interior of case gilded full plate movement, verge escapement, decoratively pierced and engraved balance cock and foot, diamond end stone, chain and fusee, case initialled IW, ,movement signed Jeffreys and Jones London, case maker's mark, and numbered 12.30. Enamel in good condition, with scratches consistent with wear, one area of wear towards border resulting in a patch of lighter colour. Glass intact, with scratches to surfaces. Diamonds bright and lively. Ivory miniature in good condition. Diameter approximately 37mm. Pocket watch case: areas of loss to enamel. Hinge intact, closing securely. Interior with residue and discoloured tape. Scratches to glass. Hair work intact. Diamonds bright and lively. Condition commensurate with age. Diameter approximately 45mm. Combined gross weight approximately 78 grams.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones.
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